diff --git a/slides/README.md b/slides/README.md new file mode 100644 index 00000000..c26c5314 --- /dev/null +++ b/slides/README.md @@ -0,0 +1,24 @@ +# ⚠️ Disclaimer – Slides Folder + +The content in this folder contains **slides from the in-person Analog Academy course** held at IHP. + +> These slides are provided **for reference only** and are intended to **complement** the hands-on tutorials found in the `modules/` directory. + +--- + +## πŸ“Œ Important Notes + +- The slides **do not include** all explanations or discussions presented during the live sessions. +- They may contain **incomplete context**, since many concepts were explained orally during the course. +- Users are **strongly advised** to follow the markdown-based tutorials in the `modules/` folder for a full understanding of the material. + +--- + +### βœ… Best Practice + +Use these slides as: +- A visual aid +- A supplement to the markdown tutorials +- A high-level overview of topics covered + +Do **not** rely on them as a standalone learning resource. diff --git a/user_guide.md b/user_guide.md new file mode 100644 index 00000000..71ce3c73 --- /dev/null +++ b/user_guide.md @@ -0,0 +1,36 @@ +# πŸ“˜ Analog Academy – User Guide + +Welcome to the **IHP Analog Certificate Course**, part of the publicly funded FMD-QNC project (16ME083) by the **Federal Ministry of Research, Technology and Space (BMFTR)**. +More info: [FMD-QNC Project Website](https://www.elektronikforschung.de/projekte/fmd-qnc) + +--- + +## 🧭 How to Use This Course + +This course provides a hands-on introduction to analog, RF, and mixed-signal IC design using **open-source tools** and the **IHP Open PDK (SG13G2 130nm technology)**. + +> ⚠️ **Note:** This is *not* a beginner's IC design course. A basic understanding of electronics and microelectronics is required. + +--- + +## πŸ“‚ Navigating the Repository + +- **Go to the `modules/` folder** + Each subfolder contains multiple markdown files under each part explaining the full tutorial for that module in detail. + +- **Use the `slides/` folder for reference only** + These are PowerPoint slides from the in-person course at IHP. + They’re *not* intended to be followed alone for self-study, as some content was delivered live and may lack context. + +--- + +## 🧱 Course Modules + +| Module | Topic | +|--------|-----------------------------------| +| 0 | Foundations (tools + gm/Id flow) | +| 1 | Bandgap Reference | +| 2 | 50GHz Medium Power Amplifier | +| 3 | 8-bit SAR ADC | + +Each module builds on the last, combining theory with practical exercises.